Now this one really struck a crudely sampled 8-bit piano chord with me! The first sampling device I ever owned is now available as a virtual instrument plugin. Enter the DB1 – a Free Casio…
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In the realm of production, mastering your music well represents a critical juncture that separates good tracks from exceptional ones. Mastering stands as the final frontier and a gateway to professional-grade sound. Picture this: You’ve…
When it comes to production, your drums (possibly more than any other element) will influence and shape the overall sound of your track. They represent the foundation that glues everything together. If your drum sounds…
First, it was the popularisation of Drum Machines in the early 80’s that had drummers quaking in their boots. But it’s the recent advancements in virtual sampled drum kits that should be giving drummers sleepless…
The humble synthesizer has come a long way since its inception. While early synths from the likes of Moog and EMS offered endless tweakability the sounds they created could not be saved or recalled. By…
For many musical styles and genres, creating realistic MIDI drums and patterns can be the key to success. Music technology has come a long way since the humble drum machines of the 80’s. It’s now…
Are you a budding music producer ready to dive into the world of music production? Whether you dream of creating the next chart-topping hit or just want to explore your musical creativity, having the right…
As a producer, adding variation to a track is one of the most essential factors in keeping listeners engaged with your music. This is particularly important in this ‘quick-skip’ era of streaming. Crucially your opening…
Music has always been an integral part of human culture, connecting people across time and space through the power of sound. As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, the world of music has not been…
If you’re new to music production you may be wondering exactly what is reverb or to give it its full title reverberation. Along with terms such as EQ and Compression, reverb is one of those…
